Joseph Morelle actually said...

"In my view, it violates basic freedom of speech rights, because it means a union's advanced notice of picketing may violate the law, even if the actual picketing is completely lawful."

"I am proud to support the committee's work to advance legislation that protects fundamental rights of the Nation's workforce."

"I just wanted to clear that up that there is no blanket protection for people engaged in otherwise illegal or unlawful activities."

"I cannot imagine a more important topic."